With the theater currently up for sale, The Rogers Theater Project, Inc. is evaluating its future plans. If you are interested in purchasing the building for restoration, please follow this link for more information: The Rogers Theater
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Built in 1936, The Rogers theater - commissioned by mgm and Designed by Charles C. Benson - boasts the only 20th Century art-deco design in the Uptown Shelby Historic District. Our mission is to restore, redevelop, and preserve this iconic building.
RESTORE
PRESERVE
REDEVELOP
When the founders of The Rogers Theater Project first entered into the contract for the purchase of the building, they discovered that protective historical covenants exist on the building and are attached to the deed. Those covenants were the catalyst to the creation of The Rogers Theater Project. The Rogers Theater Project Inc. [a North Carolina nonprofit] is tasked with assisting and overseeing the redevelopment plans to ensure building ownership abides by the historical covenants placed upon the building by the Uptown Shelby Association. The preservation of the building will remain as their sole mission once the restoration is complete, with protecting the architectural and design qualities that give it a historical status. This mission persists, regardless of who owns the building.
Identifying and preserving the theaters' most historical elements during restoration requires expert contractors experienced with historical projects. Amongst the cosmetic upgrades, larger and more specific restoration projects will include a full roof replacement, grading and leveling in the back portion of the property, the installation of all electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, and a complete stage recreation.
The original plan of the most recent restoration drive was to facilitate the redevelopment of the property into a social lounge with live music, the occasional movie, and small theater productions! The restoration would have created the following: (2) retail areas up front, balcony seating, a bourbon lounge, main floor seating, and a rooftop lounge.
In its current state, The Rogers Theater building is set up to serve a variety of potential needs. Similar to the most recent plan, there are 5 - 6 main areas that can be use for different purposes: The main floor, balcony seating, two (2) retail areas at the front, a room behind the balcony seating, and the old projection booth.
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any questions about the theater, its recent history, or are interested joining the board of directors of The Rogers Theater Project, please reach out at the email or contact form below.
admin@therogerstheater.com